Water Bottle Side Crunch on Ground
Side crunch with added resistance
Core & AbsIntermediateStrengthCrunch
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Obliques |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Core & Abs |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Crunch |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 12-15 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~45 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Lie on side holding water bottle
- Step 2: Hand behind head
- Step 3: Crunch sideways lifting shoulder
- Step 4: Squeeze oblique
- Step 5: Switch sides
Equipment
- Water bottle optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Side crunch with added resistance
Common mistakes
Pulling on neck
Make it harder
Slower movement
Make it easier
Bodyweight side crunch
Breathing
Exhale crunching
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